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Introduction to Social Work: 2nd Edition

The People's Profession SECOND EDITION
Ira Colby, University of Houston and
Sophia F. Dziegielewski, Univ. of Central Florida
In this stimulating introductory text the authors present a broad, realistic, and
accurate portrayal of the field of social work. The book is organized around
questions often asked by students when first considering the profession.
The second edition is updated with the latest research and references.
Statistics, salary, and relevant numbers have all been updated to reflect
current trends in social work. Diversity and social justice are highlighted and
enhanced throughout the text as well as having additional information on
working with the mentally ill in the criminal justice system. Written in the
same conversational and informal style as the first edition, the second edition
concisely covers virtually all the essential aspects of modern social work.
FEATURES Activity boxes that bring to life specific concepts.
• Diversity content included throughout the text.
• Chapter devoted to international social work.
• Glossary entries italicized when first used in text.
• Extensive test bank available.
• "Did you know" features that provide factual and interesting details of the profession.
• Technology focus that also explains and identifies Internet web sites useful to social work.
• Profiles and photos of over twenty contemporary social workers to provide insight into the lives of modern-day professionals.
CONTENTS

PART I: The Context of Social 7. Poverty and Income Maintenance

1. Social Work: The Profession 8. Child Welfare Services
2. Social Welfare 9. Health Care
3. How Did We Get Here From There? 10. Mental Health
4. So You Want to Be a Social Worker 11. The Elderly
PART II: The Practice of Social Work 12. Domestic Violence
5. Social Work Practice 13. The Political Arena
6. Recognizing Diversity and Applying it to PART IV: Expanding Horizons for Social Work
Generalist Practice 14. International Social Welfare
PART III: Settings for Social Work Practice 15. Conclusion

January 2004, 445 pp. ISBN 0-925065-48-x Paperback $ 54.95 plus shipping
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